Solahart Streamline Owner's Manual page 9

TO TURN OFF THE WATER HEATER
If you plan to be away from home for a few nights, we suggest you leave the water heater switched on.
If it is necessary to turn off the water heater:
Switch off the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the solar storage tank.
Close the cold water isolation valve at the inlet to the water heater.
TO TURN ON THE WATER HEATER
Open the cold water isolation valve fully at the inlet to the water heater.
Open all of the hot water taps in the house (don‟t forget the shower).
Air will be forced out of the taps.
Close each tap as water flows freely from it.
Switch on the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the solar storage tank.
The electrical supply must be switched on for the solar controls to operate and solar gain to be
achieved.
Check and if required reset the timer, if one is installed.
GOING ON HOLIDAYS
It is not necessary to switch off the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the water heater if you are going
away. However, if it is necessary to switch off the power to the water heater, refer to
Heater"
on page 9.
HOW DO I KNOW IF THE WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED CORRECTLY?
Installation requirements are
by a qualified person, and
in accordance with the installation instructions, and
in compliance with Standards AS/NZS 3500.4, AS/NZS 3000 and all local codes and regulatory authority
requirements.
In New Zealand, the installation must also conform with Clause G12 of the New Zealand Building Code.
"Pipe Work and Insulation"
Refer also to
VICTORIAN CUSTOMERS
Notice to Victorian Customers from the Victorian Plumbing Industry Commission. This water heater must be
installed by a licensed person as required by the Victorian Building Act 1993.
Only a licensed person will give you a Compliance Certificate, showing that the work complies with all the
relevant Standards. Only a licensed person will have insurance protecting their workmanship for 6 years.
Make sure you use a licensed person to install this water heater and ask for your Compliance Certificate.
DOES THE WATER CHEMISTRY AFFECT THE WATER HEATER?
The water heater is suitable for most public water supplies, however some water chemistries may have
detrimental effects on the water heater, components and fittings. Refer to
If you are in a known harsh water area or you are not sure of your water chemistry, have your water checked
against the conditions described on pages
HOW LONG WILL THE WATER HEATER LAST?
The water heater is supported by a manufacturer‟s warranty
factors that will affect the length of service the water heater will provide. These include but are not limited to
the water chemistry, the water pressure, the water temperature (inlet and outlet) and the water usage
"Precautions"
pattern. Refer to
shown on pages 18 to 26. The water heater must be installed:
on page 8, and to
12 to 14.
on page 6.
ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER
"Rain Water Tank"
on page 8.
"Water Supplies"
(refer to page
9
"To Turn Off The Water
on page 12.
57). There are a number of